How To Find The Best All-Inclusive Beach Resort

Thirty years after the concept of a pre-paid vacation was adapted to the Caribbean, it has staked a vast claim to the region and has been refined and polished to a high sheen. In addition to convenience and economy, today's all-inclusive resorts offer accommodations and amenities to rival those of their plushest a-la-carte counterparts. We've profiled in depth five resorts that fit a variety of vacation styles and budgets, and we've compiled a directory of similar options all around the Caribbean. There's something here for everyone – even those who've never considered staying at an all-inclusive resort.

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| LUXURYParadisus Riviera Cancun ||

| ADULTS-ONLYGrand Lido Resort & Spa ||

| FAMILYDreams Cancun Resort & Spa ||

| BUDGET RIU Palace Riviera Maya ||

| BOUTIQUE Royal Plantation|

*All rates quoted are per night based on double occupancy, and are current as of the writing of this article.